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Nairobi tops list of counties spending least on development projects
The report reveals that out of Sh14 billion earmarked for development, Nairobi spent just Sh4 billion, raising concerns over compliance with legal requirements.
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Nairobi, Kitui, Machakos lead counties in costly travel spree
According to the latest County Governments Budget Implementation Review Report, officials racked up billions on travel, with Nairobi, Machakos, and Kitui topping the list of spenders.
Business
Airbnb surge reshapes Nairobi housing market, squeezes long-term renters
The surge in Airbnb-style accommodation is not only affecting residents but also reshaping the city’s wider housing and hospitality sectors.
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Nairobi introduces online system to monitor water supply days
Despite the innovation, illegal water connections continue to challenge Nairobi Water. The county estimates that out of 560,000 cubic metres of water supplied daily, about 300,000 cubic metres are lost through unlawful connections
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Nairobi, Mombasa lead in billions lost to unbilled water
Auditor-General Gathungu attributed the losses to illegal connections, faulty meters, leakages in aging pipelines, and flat-rate billing.
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Jamia Mosque at 100: Nairobi’s iconic landmark marks a century of faith and resilience
The mosque’s story began in 1902, when Maulana Sayed Abdullah Shah, a respected religious leader, petitioned the colonial government for land to build a mosque.
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Court orders Nairobi County to pay lawyer Sh498m in legal fees
Lawyer Samson Masaba, trading as Munikah & Co Advocates, won reprieve after Justice Helene Namisi rejected the county’s bid to nullify his Sh498.7 million bill of costs.
Crime
Nairobi police arrest 214 suspects as crack down on Nairobi CBD crime intensifies
The crackdown comes amid rising fears in the CBD, where residents and social media users have shared alarming accounts of criminals targeting phones, handbags, and other valuables.
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Civil society seeks to dissolve Nairobi County over graft, poor services
Kenya Bora Tuitakayo said since September 2022, when Sakaja’s administration took over, Nairobi has been subjected to corruption, poor services, and financial mismanagement.
Education and Career
KNUT warns of poor exam results in Nairobi over teacher transfers
This latest standoff follows KNUT’s warning to the new TSC leadership against political interference in teachers’ employment and promotions.
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Gangs target Kenyans in broad daylight as Nairobi's CBD security woes persist
Videos circulating online show victims warning others to stay vigilant, particularly in the evenings when streets are poorly lit.
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295 uncollected bodies face disposal after Nairobi county notice
Causes of death include road accidents, mob justice, drowning, shootings, murder and abortion. While a number of the deceased have been identified by name, others are yet to be recognized.